How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_PURCHASING024 - Update of actual costs failed. No expense type is purchase relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_PURCHASING - Message class for the Purchasing Assingment

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Update of actual costs failed. No expense type is purchase relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_PURCHASING024 - Update of actual costs failed. No expense type is purchase relevant ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_PURCHASING024 indicates that there was an attempt to update actual costs in the system, but the process failed because the expense type being used is not marked as "purchase relevant." This typically occurs in the context of cost management and purchasing within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Expense Type Configuration: The expense type associated with the transaction is not configured to be relevant for purchasing. This means that the system does not recognize it as a valid type for purchase-related transactions.
  Incorrect Assignment: The expense type may not be correctly assigned to the relevant purchasing documents or processes.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the expense type or the purchasing document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Expense Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for expense types in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the expense type you are using is marked as "purchase relevant." This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting or Controlling).
  
  
  
  Modify the Expense Type:
  
  If the expense type is not marked as purchase relevant, you may need to modify its settings. This usually requires access to the configuration settings and appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the expense type and ensure that it is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate purchasing processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring expense types and their relevance to purchasing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking configurations and data definitions.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the transaction has the necessary roles and authorizations to make changes to expense types and purchasing documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your expense types are correctly configured for purchasing activities in SAP.